opponent

Example Sentences

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While Wolves have managed just one win after 26 games in their dismal Premier League campaign, back-to-back FA Cup wins against League Two opponents has extended their cup interest into March.

From BBC

The Americans’ opponent in the final eight will be determined in a four-game qualification round Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times

"We are playing against one team and we are focusing on cricket. Whenever I'm playing, I'm not thinking about whatever, I treat it as one match and opponent."

From BBC

The party issued guidelines to avoid clothing, banners, campaign slogans or "expressions that constitute offense to opponents."

From Barron's

"We didn't have a good match, the opponent was better, congratulations to them and let's think about what's coming on Wednesday."

From Barron's